Celebrating 30 years in practice and more than 15,000 procedures. For a limited time, receive up to $2,000 off qualifying surgical procedures.
Celebrating 30 years in practice and more than 15,000 procedures. For a limited time, receive up to $2,000 off qualifying surgical procedures.
Losing a significant amount of weight is a real achievement. But for many patients, loose or excess skin left behind after that loss becomes its own challenge — one that diet and exercise simply can’t address. If you’ve lost weight through bariatric surgery, GLP-1 medications like Ozempic or semaglutide, or sustained lifestyle change, body contouring surgery can help you feel at home in your body again.
Dr. Freedland specializes in surgical body contouring for post-weight-loss patients. That includes tummy tuck, arm lift, thigh lift, body lift, and combination approaches — all designed and performed by Dr. Freedland himself, with a plan built specifically around your anatomy and your goals.
When weight loss happens quickly — as it often does with GLP-1 medications like semaglutide — the skin doesn’t always have time to contract. The result is loose, deflated skin around the abdomen, arms, thighs, and breasts. For patients over 35 or those who’ve lost more than 50 pounds, skin retraction is especially limited. Surgery is the only reliable way to address it.
Most patients also experience some muscle laxity in the abdominal wall after significant weight loss, which contributes to the soft, protruding appearance that persists even at a healthy weight. A tummy tuck addresses both the skin and the muscle — something no non-surgical treatment can replicate.
Dr. Freedland’s consultations for post-weight-loss patients are detailed and unhurried. He’ll review your health history, current weight stability, and any medications you’re taking — including GLP-1 drugs — to assess timing and candidacy for surgery.
Timing matters. Patients should be at a stable weight for at least three to six months before surgery. For patients using semaglutide or other GLP-1 medications, there may be additional considerations around medication timing and anesthesia. Dr. Freedland will walk through those details with you directly.
Candidacy is individual. The best candidates are in good overall health, non-smokers or willing to stop, and realistic about what surgery can do. Loose skin removal surgery is not a weight-loss procedure — it’s a finishing step for patients who have already done the work.
Combining procedures reduces recovery time. Many post-weight-loss patients benefit from addressing multiple areas in a single surgical session. Dr. Freedland will evaluate whether combination surgery is appropriate and safe for your situation.
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Most surgeons recommend waiting until your weight has been stable for at least three to six months. This ensures the skin has finished adapting to your new size and that surgical results will last. For patients using GLP-1 medications, Dr. Freedland will also discuss any considerations around medication timing before surgery during your consultation.
Yes, many patients who have lost weight through GLP-1 medications are excellent candidates for body contouring. The key factors are stable weight, good overall health, and realistic expectations. There may be specific pre-surgical considerations for patients currently on GLP-1 medications — Dr. Freedland will review those with you directly during your consultation.
A tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) addresses the abdomen — removing excess skin and tightening the abdominal muscles. A lower body lift extends that work to include the hips, outer thighs, and buttocks. Patients who have lost a large amount of weight often benefit from a body lift over a tummy tuck alone, though the right choice depends on where your skin changes are most significant.
Yes, combining procedures in a single operation is often possible and reduces the number of separate recoveries. Common combinations include tummy tuck with arm lift, or tummy tuck with breast lift. Dr. Freedland will evaluate your overall health, the extent of changes, and surgical safety before recommending a combination approach.
In some cases, insurance may cover a portion of a panniculectomy (removal of the skin fold below the belly button) if it causes documented medical problems such as rashes, infections, or mobility issues. Cosmetic body contouring, however, is typically not covered. Dr. Freedland’s team can discuss financing options during your consultation.
Recovery varies by procedure and the extent of surgery. Most patients take two to four weeks away from work and physical activity, with full results visible over several months as swelling resolves. Dr. Freedland provides detailed post-operative instructions and is involved in your follow-up care throughout recovery.
Request a consultation online at freedlandmd.com/contact or call (248) 901-0011. The office is at 36400 Woodward Ave, Suite 130, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304 — serving patients from Birmingham, Troy, West Bloomfield, Clarkston, and throughout Oakland County.
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